Tag Archives: Early intervention

Music therapist performing to group of children.

Networking pilot offers parents and kids with Autism a chance to connect through music

In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Summit DD teamed up with the Groovy Garfoose and We Rock the Spectrum kids gym to help families connect through music therapy. Read More ›

Summit DD staff high diving during the autism training day event.

3rd Annual Early Intervention Autism Training Day a Success!

This week, the Summit DD Early Intervention team held their 3rd annual EI Autism Training Day. The event was held at the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium and featured guest speakers from the Ohio Association of County Boards, the Autism Society of Greater Akron, Groovy Garfoose Music Therapy, and Portage DD. The event concluded with keynote presentations from two autism advocates, Andi Putt and Grace Blatt. Read More ›

Katie with her father. Katie receives Summit DD Early Intervention services.

Katie’s Story: Early Intervention at Work

“What I find most valuable about Summit DD Early Intervention services, is having another person in Katie’s corner. Having someone that celebrates Katie and recognizes her smallest accomplishments, is invaluable. Teaching Katie that she is accepted and loved and that her life is important and valuable, despite her challenges, is my most important job as a mom. Summit DD services help me to accomplish that!” proudly shared Katie’s mother, Ali. Read More ›

Thanking Staff: The Heart of Summit DD Week #1

We all know that 2020 has been a difficult year, but Summit DD staff have stepped up to continue providing essential services for those with disabilities in this ever-changing world. Throughout the month of November, every Friday we will celebrate the perseverance and dedication of Summit DD team members with more than 20 years of service! Check out this week’s featured video below and photos. Also, in case you missed it, check out the video and photos from week two here, week three here, and the final week four here. Read More ›

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